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African American Heritage
African American Heritage
African American Heritage Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,228 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
77 books
4–7 yrs
899 books
8–11 yrs
810 books
By format:
Chapter Books
(792)
Young Adult
(99)
Poetry
(52)
Middle Grade
(36)
Picture Books
(32)
Graphic Novels
(31)
Early Readers
(7)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
House That Crack Built, The
Clark Taylor
For parents and educators needing a stark, honest way to discuss the far-reaching impact of the drug trade and addiction
Ages 10–18
Let's Talk About Race
Julius Lester
Every person is a collection of stories, and race is just one chapter. Share in a journey of self-discovery that looks b
Ages 4–9
Sweet Blackberry #2
Saving the Day: Garrett Morgan's Life-Changing Invention of the Traffic Signal
Karyn Parsons
Garrett Morgan used his brilliant mind to solve the chaos of the streets by inventing the very first automatic three-way
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
341 books
Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt
Deborah Hopkinson
A young girl enslaved on a plantation carefully stitches a secret map into a quilt, creating a hidden guide to lead her
Ages 5–9
Astrology for Black Girls: A Beginner's Guide for Black Girls Who Look to the Stars
Jordannah Elizabeth
The most fascinating thing you'll learn is how to read a natal chart and find your sun sign while staying connected to y
Ages 8–12
Pocket Bios
Rosa Parks
Clémentine V. Baron
One woman's refusal to give up her seat on a segregated bus sparks a movement and turns Rosa Parks into a symbol for civ
Ages 6–9
Breaking Barriers
The Story of Jackie Robinson
Michael Burgan
Witness the history-making moments of the people who stood by Jackie Robinson as he broke the color barrier in professio
Ages 8–12
Something Beautiful
Sharon Dennis Wyeth
For the child who needs a reminder that magic exists in their own neighborhood, even when things look gray or difficult.
Ages 4–8
Before I Made History
Let's Dream, Martin Luther King, Jr.!
Peter Roop, Connie Roop
For the child curious about how a young boy from Atlanta grew up to change the world through peace and big dreams.
Ages 6–9
Dave at Night
Gail Carson Levine
Escape the harsh walls of a 1920s orphanage for the vibrant streets of Harlem, where a lonely boy finds his rhythm among
Ages 8–12
The Girl Who Spun Gold
Virginia Hamilton
For the child feeling pressure to meet impossible expectations. This West Indian Rumpelstiltskin retelling explores find
Ages 5–10
Quiet Storm
Lydia Omolola Okutoro
Young authors of African ancestry share their perspectives on family, pride, and spirituality in this collection of orig
Ages 12–18
The Story of Abraham Lincoln
Carla Jablonski
For the child who asks how one person can change the world, this early biography shows how kindness and hard work led a
Ages 6–9
The Conjure Woman
William Miller
For children facing a scary illness or feeling intimidated by people who seem different. This story celebrates the power
Ages 5–9
We Could Fly
Rhiannon Giddens
A lyrical conversation between mother and daughter celebrates the resilience, love, and cultural memory that allow a spi
Ages 4–8
Willow
Tonya Cherie Hegamin
A fifteen-year-old girl in 1848 must choose between the life she knows and a dangerous flight toward freedom with a man
Ages 14–18
The Black Snowman
Phil Mendez
A magical kente cloth brings a snowman to life, guiding young Jacob through a powerful transformation to embrace his her
Ages 6–10
The Hired Hand
Robert D. San Souci
When Old Sam hires a mysterious new hand at the sawmill, his lazy son receives a much-needed lesson in hard work and bas
Ages 6–10
Bebop Express
H. L. Panahi
For the child who loves the rhythmic chug of a train and the soulful beat of a drum, this jazzy ride celebrates musical
Ages 3–8
Historic Buildings, Statues and Monuments in the USA
Baby Professor
Over 160 monuments have been removed from American public spaces since 2015, sparking a national conversation about hist
Ages 7–10
The Great Depression Wasn't Always Sad! Entertainment and Jazz Music Book for Kids
Baby Professor
For the curious child who wonders how people found joy during difficult times, this book explores the vibrant music and
Ages 7–12
Me (Moth)
Amber McBride
For the teenager navigating the heavy silence of grief and searching for where they belong among the stories of their an
Ages 12–18
All the Colors of the Race
Arnold Adoff
Rhythmic verses share the personal perspective of a child growing up with a Black mother and a white father.
Ages 9–13
Brendan Buckley #1
Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything In It
Winner
For the child exploring their multicultural identity and asking big questions about family secrets, race, and where they
Ages 8–12
